Assessment
For My Course, There Are No Assessments. How Should I Assess the Student for This Course?
In some courses, you may find that assessments—such as quizzes, written assignments, or exams—are not yet available. This is normal. The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) Study Center is under constant development, and new activities and ...
What should I do if my child’s progress isn’t being recorded correctly?
If your child’s progress in the Study Center does not appear to be recorded correctly, please contact the CLAA office directly. When you reach out, explain the situation as clearly as possible. Include specific examples such as lesson names, activity ...
How do I know when my child has completed a lesson or course?
A lesson is considered complete when all required activities for that lesson are marked complete in the Study Center. This provides a clear and simple way to track progress through the CLAA program. However, students should not stop their studies as ...
How does CLAA support students preparing for college or religious life?
CLAA is designed not only to provide a classical Catholic education but also to prepare students for their future vocations—whether in higher education, religious life, or other callings. The program supports students through rigorous academic ...
How is attendance recorded or measured in CLAA?
CLAA does not define “attendance” in the same way that traditional schools do, since the program is self-paced and online. Parents are the primary administrators of their children’s education and are ultimately responsible for tracking and reporting ...
Can students retake courses to improve their grades or understanding?
There is no need to retake entire courses in the CLAA program. All assessments within a course—including quizzes, assignments, and exams—can be retaken as many times as needed. This allows students to continue working toward mastery without starting ...
How does the Academy define “mastery” of a course?
The CLAA program follows a mastery-based learning model. This means students must demonstrate actual knowledge and skill—not just complete assignments—to have a course recorded as completed. For most students enrolled directly under the Academy, ...
How are term and year summaries generated for student progress?
The CLAA program provides parents and students with on-demand academic reporting tools directly in the Study Center. These reports can be generated in real time from the right-hand menu at any point during the year. This gives families immediate ...
How is time-on-task calculated for courses and transcripts?
In the CLAA program, “instructional time” refers specifically to the amount of time students spend actively engaged with course activities inside the Study Center. This is not a general estimate of study time. Only time recorded through actual ...
How Is Academic Honesty and Originality Monitored?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) is committed to preserving the integrity of its classical academic program. Because students work independently at home or in private schools, CLAA uses a combination of technological safeguards, layered ...
How Do I Access Student Progress Reports and Transcripts
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) provides detailed, real-time reporting tools through the CLAA Study Center (Moodle) so parents, teachers, and students can easily track academic progress. These reports are located in the right-hand menu of ...
How Does Grading for Written Assignments Work with AI Assistance?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) has clear and transparent standards for grading written assignments. While the use of AI tools is monitored and restricted, grading itself is always based on fixed criteria and demonstrated student ability. ...
How Is AI Use and Cheating Prevented in the CLAA?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) is committed to preserving the integrity of its classical curriculum. While students work independently at their own pace, the program includes multiple safeguards that discourage and detect dishonest use of ...
May Notes Be Used on Quizzes and Tests?
Yes. Students are permitted to use their own notes, outlines, and other study materials when taking quizzes and tests in the Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA). However, the use of notes should be understood as a temporary aid, not a long-term ...
How Can Students Review and Retake Quizzes, Tests, Exams, and Written Assessments?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) is designed to support mastery learning. Students are never locked out of assessments and are always free to review and resubmit their work. This allows students to improve their understanding and their ...
What Is the Minimum Passing Score for CLAA Courses?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) sets a clear standard for student work while also encouraging ongoing mastery and improvement. The program is designed to ensure that students truly understand their lessons and have the opportunity to grow ...
How Are Quizzes, Exams, and Written Assignments Graded?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) uses a mastery-based grading system that emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and genuine student engagement. Quizzes and exams are graded automatically in Moodle, while written assignments are evaluated separately ...
How Do I Track My Child’s Progress Through the Curriculum?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy (CLAA) provides several tools to help parents track student progress clearly and accurately. Because the program is mastery-based, the goal is not to count hours but to make sure students are consistently moving ...
How does the CLAA handle academic integrity and discipline?
The Classical Liberal Arts Academy is committed to preserving the intellectual and moral seriousness of a true classical Catholic education. Academic integrity is not simply a rule to be enforced—it is a matter of justice, virtue, and respect for the ...